tamiya (2522)

Get With the Program! This assembly kit creates a robot whose movement can be programmed by the use of 3 types of special link put together to form a chain. The chain is pushed through the model by the chain gear, and the reader translates the different links into positions of the rear wheel, steering the robot. Attaching the chain ends to one another creates an ongoing cycle. Arms and head move along with the front wheel. Separately sold Educational Construction Series universal arm and plate parts can be added, thanks to compatible 3mm holes. Likewise, the Chain-Program Robot can be paired with microcomputers and circuit boards for more advanced creations. Includes 2 motors and everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly. Requires One R6/AA/UM3 battery (not included).

Construction and programming are essential to developing young minds. This TAMIYA construction kit takes Tamiya’s CAM PROGRAM ROBOT to the next level with its first product in the new Programming Robot Series. The kit includes a BBC micro:bit computer which controls the model when it is finished, and can even be modified with your own unique program. The possibilities are endless, not least for STEM work with those studying the application of programming in the classroom.   Features This assembly kit creates a crawler robot that runs using a BBC micro:bit microcomputer, ultrasonic sensor and motor driver circuit. The robot is an assembly kit model, with a design based upon the popular Tamiya Cam-Program Robot (Item 70227). NOTE: This robot does not run on cams, and they are not included. When the ultrasonic sensor identifies an obstacle ahead, it transmits that information to the BBC micro:bit, which uses a pre-installed program to give the motors commands to avoid the obstacle. A program will be available on the Tamiya website allowing the programming of a separately sold BBC micro:bit as a remote controller. BBC micro:bits can also be coded with original programs via computer. Requires two AA batteries (sold separately).

Construction and programming are essential to developing young minds. This TAMIYA construction kit takes Tamiya’s WHEELED PROGRAM ROBOT to the next level with its second product in the Programming Robot Series. The kit includes a BBC micro:bit computer which controls the model when it is finished, and can even be modified with your own unique program. The possibilities are endless, not least for STEM work with those studying the application of programming in the classroom. Features Length: 185mm, width: 138mm, height: 162mm. A pre-installed program lets the robot move ahead under its own control, with arms and head moving. When the ultrasonic sensor identifies an obstacle ahead, it transmits that information to the BBC micro:bit, which uses a pre-installed program to give the included Type 130 motors commands to avoid the obstacle. Programs are available on the Tamiya homepage to use another BBC micro:bit (sold separately) as a remote control, and allow other functions. The Tamiya website features an extensive section giving advice on the use of the BBC micro:bit. It can be programmed using free online coding software compatible with visual programming (computer, internet connection and micro USB cable are required). Requires two separately sold AA batteries.

Needle Nose W/Cutter (74034) These quality long nose pliers with cutter will come in doubly handy when bending wire or holding parts tight during the construction of R/C kits. They have a slim jaw to help access hard-to-reach areas.